To make a purchase using the Bank Register

The steps below are suitable for the purchase of services requiring only one allocation account and no printed invoice. If you're buying items, use To buy items from a vendor, to ensure that your inventory records remain accurate. If the purchase is for services but requires more than one allocation account, use To buy services from a vendor instead.

The Bank Register window should be displayed. (To find the Bank Register window)

1. Use the Accounts list at the top of the window to choose the account that will be used to pay for the purchase.
2. In the Type field, choose Enter Purchase.
3. Review the check number and date that are provided for you. Make any needed changes.
4. Select the vendor from whom you're making the purchase.
5. Enter the total purchase amount, including tax.
6. Select the allocation account that will be used for the purchase. In most cases, you should choose an expense or cost of sales account.
7. We recommend that you enter a short but descriptive memo so you'll be able to identify this transaction in the Bank Register and Find Transactions window and on reports.
8. Click Record.